About the Program
Are you passionate about nursing management and leadership or shaping the future of the nursing profession through education? Rogers State University’s online Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program is designed to help you develop the expertise needed to become a nurse administrator or a nurse educator.
With two specialized tracks – Nursing Education and Nursing Management and Leadership – you can tailor your education to meet the evolving demands of the healthcare workforce while enhancing your nursing practice.
Take advantage of one of the most affordable and flexible MSN programs online, designed to support your work-life balance and accelerate your path to a degree. At RSU, you’ll experience a student-centered approach that prioritizes your success as an MSN student.
MSN Tracks
Choose from two in-demand MSN tracks designed to equip you with the skills required to thrive in advanced nursing roles in today’s dynamic healthcare environments.
Nursing Education
Expand your expertise and prepare to educate the next generation of nurses with courses focused on assessment and evaluation, curriculum development, instructional design, teaching strategies, advanced instruction, and accreditation and program evaluation. These courses will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to shape the future of nursing education.
Leadership & Management
Develop essential leadership skills that empower nurses to bridge the gap between clinical practice and business strategy, helping healthcare organizations thrive. Our courses in strategic management, finance, human resources, and regulatory requirements in the healthcare environment will equip you with the tools needed to drive success in today’s complex healthcare landscape.
Program Snapshot
Program Type
Master’s Degree
Degree Type
Master of Science
Department
Duration
1.5 years
Program Location
Online (Full)
Credit Hours
32
Why RSU?
Earn your MSN degree in as little as 3 semesters with our 8-week course format, allowing you to fully engage with the material while balancing your professional and personal commitments.
Experience the excellence of top MSN programs online without the hefty price tag. Our program offers outstanding value for a high-quality education.
At RSU, you’ll receive the same personalized attention online that you would in a traditional classroom. Our small student-to-faculty ratio ensures you have the support you need to succeed.
We’re committed to your success—offering affordable tuition, approachable faculty, and resources to help you build industry connections and minimize student debt.
You can apply to our program even if you hold a bachelor’s degree in a field other than nursing. (Must have an RN license).
Fast Facts
16:1
student-to-faculty ratio
99%
small classes, with some labs even limited to 15 students
80%+
of students who apply for financial aid receive it
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